The electric toothbrushes in this section weren't my favorite, but they do have some great qualities worth mentioning. One of them might be the right choice for you, so it seemed worth including them here.
Philips Sonicare Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush for Kids
For ages 3 and over, Philips Sonicare for kids is just as great as other Philips Sonicare models. The electric brush has two different modes and a brush timer and comes in two different colors. Plus, each box contains stickers to decorate the handle. It functions very similarly to the Oral-B Children's Electric Toothbrush, although the brush head vibrates instead of oscillating.
I noticed that the handle is heavier and about an inch longer than that of the Oral-B Kid's Color Changing toothbrush. The brush head is a smaller version of the Philips Sonicare Prestige, but is still almost three times longer than the Oral-B Kid's brush head. What makes the Sonicare brush for kids unique is that it has Bluetooth capabilities that connect to a smartphone app. I think the app is one of the best; has educational videos and a tracking system that parents can use to see their children's brushing behavior.
Quip Electric Toothbrush
The Quip brush head is very close to the size of a manual toothbrush head. The Quip is simple in every way: it has one speed and a two-minute timer that buzzes every 30 seconds and shuts off after the time is up. That's it. No app, charger or wires. This electric toothbrush is powered by an AAA battery located in the handle and a charge lasts for three months.
I gave Hum by Colgate the title of “best battery powered electric toothbrush” and not Quip because I didn't like the brush head on the toothbrush. Yes, it is similar to a manual toothbrush, but I had a hard time using it to reach my mouth. I also noticed that the Quip's motor is not very powerful compared to models from Sonicare or Oral-B. It looked like manual cleaning to me. I didn't like it, but others might not mind. If you're looking for a smart electric toothbrush without Bluetooth or an app, the Quip might be it.
CariPro electric toothbrush
The CariPro is a good brush, it just didn't compare to the others on this list. The brush head vibrates and the top and bottom of the brush flare outward.
My gums and teeth felt sensitive after using CariPro, but I tend to experience tooth sensitivity. It's hard to tell if this is due to the bristles of the brush or the way the brush head flared up. If you have sensitive gums, note that the brush has five settings, one of which is sensitive. There is something good about this: I feel like the CariPro cleans my mouth well.
Y-brush
The Y-Brush turned heads and generated interest at CES in 2017 and has returned to CES year after year. The strange Y-shaped brush claims it can brush all your teeth in just 10 seconds. After applying toothpaste directly to the brush, the entire Y-Brush goes into your mouth. Then you have to bite down and press the button to activate the gentle vibrations. After five seconds, you can switch to the lower set of teeth.
Not only did I find that the Y-Brush didn't clean my teeth but the vibrations hurt my head. It was an unpleasant experience that left my teeth just coated with toothpaste. The concept of this brush is fun and interesting. It might be for you if you're tired of regular electric toothbrushes.
Oral-B Pro 500 Precision Clean
My experience with the Oral-B Pro 500 Precision Clean toothbrush compared to some others in the same price range. It has one cleaning mode, and the brush head oscillates and rotates with a two-minute timer. The brush alerts you when you're done. This simple Oral-B brush is basic and has no special technology or paired apps.
Of all the Oral-B brushes I've tested with rotating spin heads, I liked this one the least. It wasn't as powerful as the others and after a few uses, I found myself wondering if I needed a new brush head. I think this brush is perfect for someone testing an electric toothbrush for the first time. It's simple and very affordable. I would personally go for the Oral-B Pro 1000, but this Pro 500 is a good budget option.